Hydrovac Operator

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Missouri; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Sellenriek Construction is seeking an experienced Hydrovac Operator to safely operate a vac truck and support underground utility crews in Jonesburg, MO. This is a hands-on field role requiring CDL and experience in excavation and vacuum excavation.

The operator will pothole, daylight, and locate lines while following prints and jobsite layouts. A CDL is required, with strong emphasis on safety and reliable performance.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Vacuum/hydro-vac operating experience in underground construction.
• Ability to operate vac truck independently and safely.
• Experience potholing and daylighting utilities.
• Understanding of water pressure, vacuum excavation, and debris handling.
• Ability to work around congested or active utility areas.
• Experience operating boom, hoses, water system, vacuum system, and debris tank.
• Commitment to daily inspections, cleaning, and maintenance.
• Willingness to perform labor and crew duties as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate a vac truck or hydro-vac to expose underground utilities.
• Complete potholing and daylighting before drilling or excavation begins.
• Read and follow utility markings, prints, bore plans, and jobsite layouts.
• Inspect hoses, tanks, pumps, water systems, and vacuum equipment before operation.
• Clean and maintain the truck and equipment at end of shift.
• Assist with hand digging, spotting, traffic control, cleanup, and general labor as needed.

Skills

CDL Class A

Vacuum truck ops

Underground utilities

Independent operation

Potholing daylighting

Water pressure knowledge

Safety mindset

Background check

Drug screening

Job description

# Hydrovac OperatorJonesburg, MO 63351## OverviewPosition TypeFull Time## Hydrovac Operator**Hydrovac Operator –**Sellenriek Construction is hiring an experienced Vac Truck Operator to support underground utility construction crews.We’re looking for someone who can independently operate a vac truck to expose underground utilities, support HDD and excavation crews, and safely work around active utility crossings. This position requires hands-on vac truck or hydro-vac experience in underground construction.A valid Class A CDL is required for this position.This is a hands-on field role. The operator will also be expected to assist the crew with general underground construction duties when the vac truck is not in operation.**DAILY JOB DUTIES:*** Operate a vac truck or hydro-vac to expose underground utilities* Complete potholing and daylighting before drilling or excavation begins* Use vacuum excavation to locate fiber, gas, electric, water, sewer, and telecom lines* Support HDD crews at utility crossings, entry pits, and exit pits* Safely position the truck, boom, hoses, and equipment on active jobsites* Adjust water pressure and excavation methods based on soil conditions and the utility being exposed* Monitor tank capacity and properly dispose of collected dirt, water, and debris* Read and follow utility markings, construction prints, bore plans, and jobsite layouts* Inspect hoses, tanks, pumps, water systems, and vacuum equipment before operation* Clean and maintain the truck and equipment at the end of each shift* Complete required vehicle and equipment inspection documentation* Assist with hand digging, spotting, traffic control, cleanup, and general labor duties when needed* Communicate clearly with foremen, drill operators, locators, inspectors, and crew members* Follow OSHA, DOT, damage-prevention, and company safety procedures**WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR:*** Valid Class A CDL required* Vac truck or hydro-vac operating experience required* Underground utility construction experience strongly preferred* Ability to operate the vac truck independently and safely* Experience potholing, daylighting, and exposing underground utilities* Understanding of water pressure, vacuum excavation, and safe digging procedures* Ability to safely work around congested or active utility areas* Experience operating the boom, hoses, water system, vacuum system, and debris tank* Ability to complete daily inspections, cleaning, and basic maintenance* Comfortable assisting with labor and general crew duties when needed* Able to work outdoors in varying weather and ground conditions* Reliable, safety-minded, and able to work as part of a field crew* Able to pass a background check and drug screening